This past weekend, NYC felt like summer for one glorious day. Everyone was wearing sandals and shorts, and it quickly got me thinking about how I really can't wait for real summer weather. (It might also have to do with the fact that this weekend, I celebrated my 25th birthday by treating myself to an all-white pair ofValentino Rockstuds.)

As the temperature rises, there are plenty of cookouts, pool parties and other casual, outdoor activities to look forward to. It's time to bring out the open-toe sandals, espadrilles, canvas sneakers, mules, slides and even a controversial summer staple, the Birkenstock. There are many causal footwear options to choose from, and if you're a season-pusher like me and you're ready for 4th of July weekend, here's some of my favorites this season! (We also have a roundup of the best spring flats you can start wearing now!)

NIKE ROSHE ONE CHERRY BLOSSOM SNEAKERS
$85

Nicolas Ghesquiere wasted no time in putting his own stamp on the iconic codes of Louis Vuitton, and the Louis Vuitton Cruise 2015 collection is the latest continuation in his reimagining of the monograms and materials that we all know and (maybe) love. The collection just hit stores and Vuitton's online boutique, and if you're not a logo lover, there's plenty for you here.

Relatively few of these seasonal bags are made with monogram canvas, and many of them lack external branding at all. Instead, Ghesquiere's accessories team has let Vuitton's ultra-recognizable materials and shapes speak for themselves. With a brand that has such great recognition among consumers, there's no need to belabor the point, and these bags largely avoid doing that. Perhaps more importantly, they mostly seem like the kinds of pieces that would be a lot of fun to buy and use. Check out the collection below, complete with prices. The only thing missing is the Pinch bag; it's slated to be released soon, but there's no information available on the brand's website yet.